Wits Centre for Journalism

NEW: The WCJ and @AKU_GSMC open the 22nd African Investigative Journalism Conference #AIJC2026 in Nairobi, bringing together over 450 investigative journalists from 69 countries across Africa and beyond – a conference record.

Read more: aijc.africa/wcj-and-aku-op…

JOB OPPORTUNITY: The Wits Centre for Journalism has a vacancy for a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer to start in February 2027. PhD in journalism, professional journalism experience & teaching experience required.

🗓 Deadline: 4 December.
Details: shorturl.at/441EA

NEW: The Wits Centre for Journalism hosted the launch of Prof Zakes Mda’s new book, Chris Hani: A Life of Courage and Compassion at the Great Hall on Thursday, 5 November 2026. Mda was joined in conversation by Prof Bongani Ngqulunga.

Read more here: journalism.co.za/wcj-hosts-zake…

APPLY: @fraycollege is offering training for journalists, editors and content creators on reporting gun violence in South Africa. Learn how to investigate firearms and regulatory failures, and receive a purpose-built journalism toolkit.

🗓 Apply by 9 Nov: shorturl.at/Xn8ni

CALL FOR ENTRIES: Entries are now open for the 2026 Climate Media Awards, recognising and celebrating original reporting on how Africa grows, shares and sources its food, across every language, platform and community.

🗓 Enter by 9 Dec: climateawards.africa